10/18/2025 (Saturday) Today’s Gospel reading: Luke 10:1-9
1 The Lord Jesus appointed seventy-two disciples whom he sent ahead of him in pairs to every town and place he intended to visit.
2 He said to them, “The harvest is abundant but the labourers are few; so ask the master of the harvest to send out labourers for his harvest.
3 Go on your way; behold, I am sending you like lambs among wolves.
4 Carry no money bag, no sack, no sandals; and greet no one along the way.
5 Into whatever house you enter, first say, ‘Peace to this household.’
6 If a peaceful person lives there, your peace will rest on him; but if not, it will return to you.
7 Stay in the same house and eat and drink what is offered to you, for the labourer deserves payment. Do not move about from one house to another.
8 Whatever town you enter and they welcome you, eat what is set before you,
9 cure the sick in it and say to them, ‘The Kingdom of God is at hand for you.’”
10/18/2025 (Saturday) Today’s Gospel reflection / homily / sermon: Luke 10:1-9
“Ordinary People, Extraordinary Mission”
The call to proclaim the Kingdom of God is not limited to preachers, priests, or missionaries; it is a call for everyone who believes. In this Gospel narrative, Jesus sent His disciples two by two, entrusting them with a mission to bring peace, healing, and the message of God’s love to every home and town. Today, that same mission continues, and ordinary people are at the heart of it. The question is: how can ordinary people, in a modern and busy world, take part in proclaiming the Kingdom of God? The answer lies not only in great actions but in the small, consistent acts of faith that transform hearts and communities.
First, every person can begin with prayer. Prayer is the foundation of every mission. You may not travel to distant lands, but your prayers can cross borders and touch lives. Pray for missionaries who leave the comfort of their homes to share the Gospel in remote areas. Pray for the courage and protection of priests, lay leaders, and volunteers serving in challenging conditions. Ask the Lord to raise more workers for His harvest to inspire more hearts to serve and to sustain those already on the mission field. A prayer whispered in faith is a powerful contribution to God’s work; it keeps the fire of the mission alive.
Second, ordinary people can support mission work financially. Every missionary effort, whether it’s building a chapel, providing Bibles, or sustaining a feeding program, requires resources. Contributing, no matter how small, is a tangible way of sharing in the mission. The widow’s two coins in the temple remind us that God values not the amount, but the love behind the giving. Supporting mission funds, parish activities, and charitable foundations allows ordinary people to become partners in evangelization. Even a modest monthly donation or the simple act of buying a meal for a street child can be a seed that bears eternal fruit.
Third, each family can become a small mission field. Evangelization begins at home. Parents have the sacred duty to pass on faith to their children, not merely by teaching but by living it. A family that prays together, forgives easily, and serves others with joy becomes a living witness of the Kingdom of God. Encourage children to appreciate the value of kindness, truth, and generosity. Help them understand that being part of God’s mission does not always mean standing on a pulpit; it can mean helping a classmate in need, defending what is right, or volunteering at church. Every family that nurtures faith at home contributes to the spread of the Gospel in the world.
Fourth, ordinary people can proclaim the Kingdom by their daily witness. The modern world is filled with noise, distractions, and cynicism. Yet, a simple act of honesty in the workplace, compassion toward a neighbor, or patience amid trials speaks volumes about the presence of God. You may be the only “Bible” someone will ever read. By being faithful, humble, and loving in your daily interactions, you make God’s reign visible in ordinary places such as offices, schools, markets, and online spaces.
Fifth, supporting the Church’s ministries and volunteering your time is another vital act. Every parish has ministries that need helping hands like catechists, choir members, social service volunteers, youth mentors. These small acts of service multiply the light of God’s presence in the community. The Kingdom advances not only through preaching but also through serving with joy.
Lastly, sharing your faith story on how God has worked in your life can touch hearts in ways you might never imagine. Social media, conversations over coffee, or even simple encouragement to a struggling friend can be powerful instruments of evangelization.
In truth, proclaiming the Kingdom of God in today’s world doesn’t always require grand speeches or miracles. It begins in the quiet corners of our lives, where love, compassion, and faith take root. Every prayer, every coin, every act of kindness is a stone laid in the foundation of God’s Kingdom. Ordinary people, empowered by extraordinary grace, can make heaven’s message known on earth, one prayer, one act, and one heart at a time.
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